Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual for
MID MOUNT Z-RIDER
ZERO TURNING
HYDRO DRIVE
SERIES 1
MODELS
NZM19481KWV
NZM21521KWV
NZM25611KWV
NZM27611KH
MODEL NUMBER EXPLANATION
INI ;
MODEL DESIGNATION ._1
DRIVE SYSTEM TYPE
MOWER ORIENTATION
ENGINE HP
N - Model Designation 48 - 48" Mower Width 1 - Series Designation
Z - Zero Turning - Hydro Drive 52 - 52" Mower Width KW - Kawasaki Engine
M - Mid Mount Mower 61 - 61" Mower Width KH - Kohler Engine
Thank you for buying a SNAPPER Product! Before operating your machine, read this manual carefully and pay
particular attention to the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" on Pages 2 - 4. Remember that all power
equipment can be dangerous if used improperly. Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in
accordance with the operating instructions and common sense!
COPYRIGHT © 2003
SNAPPER PRODUCTS INC GA., 30253 U.S.A.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
SNAPPER McOo°ouo.
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POWER UNIT
19.0 - Engine Horse Power
21.0 -- Engine Horse Power
25.0 - Engine Horse Power
27.0 - Engine Horse Power
MANUAL No. 7-1762 (I.R. 11/25/03)
J ENGINE TYPE
SERIES DESIGNATION
MOWER DECK SIZE
V - Over Head Valve
Section 1 - FAMILIARIZATION
HOUR
METER
SWITCH
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER
RIGHT HAND
FUELTANK
DECK LIFT
LEVER
CHOKE
CONTROL
BLADE
SWITCH
ENGINE SPEED
CONTROL
LEFTHAND
FUELTANK
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER
PARKING
BRAKE LEVER
CONTROL PANEL
(SEE INSET)
DISCHARGE
DEFLECTOR,
DECK LIFT PEDAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This manual has been prepared for the operator's of
the SNAPPER MID MOUNT Z-RIDER Its purpose,
aside from recommending standard operating
procedures and routine service requirements, is to
promote SAFETY through the use of accepted
operating practices. Read, Understand and Follow the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on Pages 2
thru 4 of this manual and All SAFETY messages on the
MID MOUNT Z-RIDER and its attachments before
operating. SNAPPER recommends returning the MiD
MOUNT Z-RIDER to an authorized SNAPPER dealer
annually for inspection and addition of any new devices
which might upgrade the safety of the mower.
FIGURE
6
IMPORTANT
The figures and illustrations in this manual
are provided for reference only and may
differ from your specific model. Contact
1.1
your Snapper dealer if you have questions
1.2 NOMENCLATURE
The nomenclature information above, Figure 1.1,
shows the essential parts of the SNAPPER MID
MOUNT Z-RIDER. It is recommended that all operators
of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the
controls, components, and operation of this machine
before operating. Specific details involving the engine
are found in the separate engine owner's manual.
Study these manuals before operating and keep both
handy for future reference. For the nearest SNAPPER
dealer in your area, check the yellow pages under the
heading LAWN MOWERS. For engine parts and
service, look for the engine manufacturer's dealers
under the heading, ENGINES - gasoline.
Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS
DANGER ! ROTATING PARTS
KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS
I MOTION CONTROL LEVER OPERATION I
I
I PARKING BRAKE LEVER OPERATION I
TO O_F._AT :
TO gT_z
I WARNING ! AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH I
STARTING, OPERATION & STOPPING OF MACHINE
I WEARHEAR'NGPROTECT'ON I
-_ _ O_ %_ _ F_A_ DO_ _._ _ _E_E U_¸
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Section 2 - SAFETY MESSAGES AND SYMBOLS
RUN
HOUR METER DISENGAGE BLADES KEYSWITCH
1 I T I
I CONTROL PANEL IDENTIFICATION I
CHOKE
CONTROL
OFF/STOP
PULL SWITCH "UP" TO I1% l _
ENGAGE BLADES
PUSH SWITCH "DOWN" TO
ENGINE
SPEED
CONTROL
_ T _
SLOW
START
KEEP CHILDREN AND OTHERS OUT OF MOWING AREA
I DANGER! ROTATING BLADES I
I DANGER! ROTATING BLADES I
STOP RUN START
IGNITION SWITCH